Which of the Following Statements Is Correct About the Relationship

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct about the relationship between the nominal interest rate and the real interest rate?

• A)The real interest rate is the nominal interest rate times the rate of inflation.
• B)The real interest rate is the nominal interest rate minus the rate of inflation.
• C)The real interest rate is the nominal interest rate plus the rate of inflation.
• D)The real interest rate is the nominal interest rate divided by the rate of inflation.

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Definitions:

Contract

A contract that is legally enforceable involving two or more parties.

Investments

Allocation of monetary resources with the intention of securing a return or profit.

Compounded Monthly

A method of calculating interest whereby the interest is added to the principal each month, and the following month's interest is calculated on the increased total.

Monthly Payments

Regular payments made every month, commonly associated with loans or lease agreements, to repay or maintain a financial obligation.